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Rolls-Royce Cars celebrate London Craft Week
It seems that we are entering an age where the excitement of harnessing digital technology to create is at an all time high. The triumvirate of AI, faster processing times and near instant data-transfer have led to an abundance of abstract “creative” use cases being proposed; speed has begun to supersede quality. That’s why on…
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Fettercairn — Refreshed for 2024
From its inception in the Grampian mountains, Fettercairn have always strived for the exotic. The first distillery was converted from an old corn mill at Nethermill in 1824 by Alexander Ramsay. He soon after had to sell the estate to the Gladstone family – the head of which went on to become Prime Minister and…
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Fragrance — Spring ’24
The renewal of hope, Spring is nature’s reminder that things are growing. Peruse our garden of scents below and choose your flower. Dirty Rice by BORNTOSTANDOUT “This unconventional, powdery scent has nudges of spice, nested in aromatic basmati rice.” ☟ KEY NOTES Milk Accord, Peony, Rice & Musk SHOP NOW Crystal Incense by Acqua…
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Folgore by Maserati
For many the arrival of electrification was initially seen as a potential recession into the soulless age of automotive. However time is a healer, and as innovation ramps up and performance improves, we’re seeing an increasing fondness and—dare I say it—excitement for what the future holds. To none more does this apply than to the…
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The Aberturret Estate House
It recently occurred to me that the darker the alcoholic beverage, the deeper the conversation that takes place while consuming it. Champagne is a drink for celebratory occasions, while vodka & gin are the backdrop to lighthearted gaiety, jokes and storytelling—lager is similarly aligned. But as you approach red wine, more serious conversations start to…
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Drinks of Note — Spring ’24
A tad opulent I must admit, but nonetheless a selection befitting of the mood—and the season—of Spring. Drinks to be discovered as well as enjoyed. Aberturret Gin “The Glenturret Single Malt New Make Spirit is enhanced in richness and complexity with 14 selected botanicals and housed in a Lalique designed bottle. An elegant London Dry…
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Founder Interview — Sheep Inc, Pioneering the Future with Regenerative Wool
In the unrelenting world of fashion, the art is as much product as the garment, with statement pieces making even more frequent appearances than the rain does in Manchester. However, of late the conversation has been changing with—rain in Manchester aside—drastic climate change bringing a renewed urgency to change our habits. Afterall, while fashion is…
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Valentine’s Gifting — 2024
The task is not to find a gift you think has meaning, but a gift that helps someone realise their meaning to you. Below are some gifting suggestions, peruse and enjoy. Good timing G-SHOCK Ref. 5600 by Ben Clymer “A tribute to the Hodinkee community by none other than Ben Clymer—the guy who started…
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Take a seat — Episode Chair by Apparatus Studio
I find New Year’s resolutions a rather strange tradition. The idea of waiting for a specific time to make changes, curate good habits, and move towards a better me seems alien, especially given those changes could be made as and when the need arises. Let’s take getting in shape for example. The desire to be…
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The NEO P1 by Neoplants
The term ground-breaking is one thrown around far too much these days, but the “product” I’m about to introduce is exactly that—quite literally too. While there has understandably been much focus on the macro-climate in recent times, there has perhaps been a bit too little on the micro-climate. By starting with the home, French bioengineering…
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A Ghost in Provence
Art and artistry while essentially hailing from the same family are not quite the same. One focuses on the mastery of the outcome, the other, on the mastery of process. In a recent visit to the South of France I was blessed to witness both, as I headed to the idyllic location of Château La…
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Christmas Gifting — 2023
This year give something that has value; either in meaning or longevity. Unsure exactly what we mean by that? Take a look at some of our suggestions below for gifting inspiration. Small but mighty Corde Espresso Cup + Saucer Set by L’Objet “Crafted in Fine Porcelain—and available in platinum or 24-karat gold—this espresso cup…
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Drinks of Note — Christmas ’23
Now then, now then, what do we have here..? A selection of drinks, catering for a mixed variety of imbibing opinions. Enjoy, but tread carefully. Castelnau Brut Champagne “Celebrates the rich diversity of terroirs, from which Chardonnay—the majority grape in the blend—is sourced, imparting its full freshness, depth of flavour and refined character.” ✵ Taste…
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Life is Golden — Havana Club 7
Life is no doubt a serious affair, but at times I feel we take life a little bit too seriously. I’m not talking about the non-negotiable issues of health and political unrest—of which there are many—but more about those little spaces in life where we can actually afford to let our hair down and enjoy.…
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